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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Bear Creek Township brought in $35,941 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 5% more than the Michigan average of $34,144.
The short answer
Listings averaged $340 a night, about 5% higher than the Michigan average of $325, and were booked on 39% of available nights, close to its 40%.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 4.2 times as much as in April, usually the slowest. With only 48 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 48 active listings, Bear Creek Township is the 114th-largest of 378 Michigan markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 11% while the number of active listings shrank 17%.
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Gross bookings per Bear Creek Township listing averaged $35,941 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Michigan average: $34,144), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Bear Creek Township listing brings in $8,790 in July, its best month, and $2,070 in April, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 43% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 3.6 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
July earns about 4.2 times what April does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
July 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $3,959 | 39.7% | $345 | $132 | 67 days | 2.9 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $3,276 | 35.8% | $330 | $106 | 55 days | 2.3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,482 | 30.1% | $318 | $83 | 36 days | 3.8 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $4,507 | 37.4% | $336 | $145 | 77 days | 4.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $3,706 | 32.6% | $338 | $120 | 46 days | 2.3 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $3,556 | 34.8% | $334 | $127 | 46 days | 3.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $1,938 | 25.8% | $318 | $63 | 12 days | 3.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,045 | 29.2% | $307 | $68 | 30 days | 7.6 nights |
| May 2026 | $3,175 | 35.3% | $316 | $102 | 63 days | 4.9 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $5,340 | 46.1% | $376 | $178 | 64 days | 3.2 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $9,481 | 67.4% | $420 | $306 | 99 days | 3.9 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $7,338 | 62.1% | $394 | $237 | 101 days | 4.1 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
The typical Bear Creek Township listing earns about $3,260 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Bear Creek Township Airbnb took in $35,941 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,910 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about $3,560 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $4,290 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $2,270 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,650 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any HOA or condo fees.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $31,651 | $58,250 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Bear Creek Township bookings | $4,290 | $7,890 |
| Gross bookings | $35,941 | $66,140 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 77% of Bear Creek Township listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$4,540 | −$8,360 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$4,290 | −$7,890 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,800 | −$3,310 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$720 | −$1,320 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,080 | −$1,980 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$360 | −$360 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$180 | −$180 |
| Management$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | $0 | $0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | $0 | $0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | $0 | $0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$12,970 | −$23,400 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $22,971about $1,910 a month | $42,740about $3,560 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Bear Creek Township's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Bear Creek Township home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about $5,510 a month, against $3,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
Bear Creek Township listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Michigan average and 2 percentage points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 30% in March to 64% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.5 times as often as the bottom quarter.
July is usually the busiest month in Bear Creek Township, March the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Bear Creek Township, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $340 over the past year, about the same as the Michigan and U.S. averages ($325 and $320). In a typical year, rates peak in July at about $400 and bottom out in April and November at about $290.
The top 10% charge about 2.8 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 40% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Bear Creek Township it averaged $134 over the past year, from about $69 in a typical April to about $284 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about 4.1 times April's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Seasonality
With only 48 active listings, the monthly pattern in Bear Creek Township is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in July and bottom out in April.
Average revenue by month in Bear Creek Township
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $3,500 |
| February | $3,510 |
| March | $2,450 |
| April | $2,070 |
| May | $3,130 |
| June | $4,970 |
| July | $8,790 |
| August | $7,430 |
| September | $3,740 |
| October | $3,340 |
| November | $2,410 |
| December | $3,830 |
Guests book Bear Creek Township stays 65 days ahead on average (about two months), so guests here plan well ahead. August stays are booked furthest out, about 102 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 15 days. A typical August booking is made in early May.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month figure of 65 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 48 active listings in Bear Creek Township display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
Registration, permit, zoning and occupancy-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the city or county before buying or listing in Bear Creek Township.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Bear Creek Township neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Bear Lake, Baldwin and Hesperia. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Bear Lake | A beautiful glacial lake suitable for summer activities like swimming, boating, and fishing. Ideal for families looking for a tranquil getaway. | Bear Lake, Lake County Historical Museum, Lumberman's Monument, Fishing and boating, Nature trails |
| Baldwin | A charming small town that serves as a gateway to outdoor adventures. It’s perfect for guests interested in fishing, hunting, and enjoying nature. | Pere Marquette River, Baldwin State Park, Pine River, Local dining and shopping, Outdoor recreational activities |
| Hesperia | A quiet town surrounded by nature, perfect for guests seeking peace and rural experiences. Close to several natural attractions. | Hesperia Community Park, White River, Pine Grove Park, Hiking trails, Nature observation |
| Silver Lake | Known for the stunning Silver Lake Sand Dunes. A popular spot for families and adventure seekers looking for outdoor fun. | Silver Lake State Park, Sand Dunes, Lake Michigan Beach, Off-roading, Water sports |
| Manistee | Beautiful riverside town with a historic downtown and stunning beaches, ideal for both relaxation and activities like fishing. | Manistee River, Manistee National Forest, Lake Michigan, Downtown Manistee shops, Fishing charters |
| Ludington | Popular vacation destination with beaches and a vibrant downtown area. Great for tourists, especially in the summer. | Ludington State Park, Ludington Lighthouse, Local breweries and restaurants, Lake Michigan beach, Fishing |
| Scottville | A small, family-friendly town perfect for short-term rentals and local experiences. Close to larger attractions in the area. | Scottville Clown Band, Historic downtown, Local parks and community events |
| Irons | Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts with plenty of nearby lakes and forests. Great for hunting, fishing, and hiking. | Lake County, Hunting and fishing areas, Manistee National Forest trails, Local community events |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 85% of listings in Bear Creek Township, alongside 7 private-room listings (15%). Houses are the most common property type at 54%, about 2.4 times the share of apartments and condos (23%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Bear Creek Township Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 85.4% | 41 |
| Private room | 14.6% | 7 |
Listings by property type
Bear Creek Township Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 54.2% | 26 |
| Apartment/Condo | 22.9% | 11 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 16.7% | 8 |
| Others | 4.2% | 2 |
| Unique stay | 2.1% | 1 |
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Bear Creek Township (43% of entire homes), and 48% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 40 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Bear Creek Township entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 10.0% | 4 |
| 2 bedrooms | 42.5% | 17 |
| 3 bedrooms | 25.0% | 10 |
| 4 bedrooms | 17.5% | 7 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 5.0% | 2 |
A typical two-bedroom home in Bear Creek Township earned $31,200 over the past year, against $27,700 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 17 | $31,200 | $31,900 | $336 | 39% |
| 3 bedrooms | 10 | $27,700 | $33,800 | $345 | 39% |
Bear Creek Township is a group-trip market: 39% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about twice the share of the next most common size, four guests (20%). Shares are of the 41 listings with a guest capacity on file (85% of the market).
Bear Creek Township listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 4.9% | 2 |
| 4 guests | 19.5% | 8 |
| 5 guests | 9.8% | 4 |
| 6 guests | 19.5% | 8 |
| 7 guests | 7.3% | 3 |
| 8+ guests | 39.0% | 16 |
Bear Creek Township hosts set up an average of 3.4 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About a quarter of listings (25%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fire pits are common in Bear Creek Township: 52% of listings have one, and 48% offer beach access.
Share of Bear Creek Township listings with each common amenity
Guests
Bear Creek Township draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Grand Rapids is the largest source, at about 3% of reviews.
98% of Bear Creek Township guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Bear Creek Township guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Grand Rapids | 3.3% |
| Detroit | 3.0% |
| Chicago | 3.0% |
| Michigan | 2.8% |
| Ann Arbor | 2.0% |
Where Bear Creek Township guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 97.5% |
| Australia | 0.5% |
| Mexico | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | 0.3% |
| Canada | 0.3% |
Languages spoken by Bear Creek Township guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 70.7% |
| Spanish | 6.0% |
| Chinese | 4.7% |
| German | 2.7% |
| Hindi | 2.0% |
Bear Creek Township Airbnbs average 4.83 stars, and 58% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.73, against 4.92 for host communication. Listings here carry long review histories, about 101 reviews each on average.
Communication scores highest in Bear Creek Township; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.85 |
| Cleanliness | 4.84 |
| Communication | 4.92 |
| Location | 4.90 |
| Check-in | 4.90 |
| Value | 4.73 |
Booking patterns
More than eight in ten Bear Creek Township listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 19% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 38% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Bear Creek Township listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 52.1% | 25 |
| 181-270 days | 31.3% | 15 |
| 91-180 days | 16.7% | 8 |
Days a year Bear Creek Township listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 18.8% | 9 |
| 91-180 days | 29.2% | 14 |
| 31-90 days | 37.5% | 18 |
| 1-30 days | 14.6% | 7 |
The average Bear Creek Township booking lasts 3.9 nights, longest in April and shortest in September. Listings took about 26 bookings each over the year, some 1,190 in all. About six in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m.; check-out is split almost evenly between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Bear Creek Township
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
Nearly three-quarters of listings in Bear Creek Township accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Bear Creek Township listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Bear Creek Township, used by 60% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about seven in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 25% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Bear Creek Township listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
94% of Bear Creek Township listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $189. Spread over the average stay of 3.9 nights, that adds roughly $50 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Bear Creek Township, a four-bedroom home, took in $120,000 over the past year, about 3.3 times the city's average of $35,900.
Hot tub+Firepit+Game Room+Sleeps 14 Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.99
Beautiful Waterfront Property Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.77
Hidden Acres Vestur Cabin - Fall Getaway - Hot Tub Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.97
Modern Home of Style & Comfort | Private Hot Tub! Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.83
Chic Golf Course Escape | mins to dwntwn + Hottub! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.78
Hidden Acres- Austur Cabin- Close to town- Hot Tub Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.96 Professional management companies run one in five Bear Creek Township listings and owners run the rest, though 29% of listings have a co-host. 73% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Six in ten listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 77% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 23 km, Pleasantview Township (11 km away, 67 listings) earned the most per listing, about 29% more than Bear Creek Township.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petoskey 2 km | 70 | $36,595 | $326 | 40% |
| Little Traverse Township 7 km | 74 | $36,174 | $378 | 35% |
| Harbor Springs 10 km | 119 | $41,340 | $453 | 37% |
| Alanson 11 km | 30 | $33,783 | $329 | 40% |
| Pleasantview Township 11 km | 67 | $46,465 | $392 | 40% |
| Boyne City 20 km | 187 | $39,650 | $412 | 34% |
| Eveline Township 23 km | 30 | $27,014 | $438 | 32% |
| Boyne Falls 23 km | 48 | $44,491 | $422 | 41% |
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FAQ
An active Bear Creek Township Airbnb grossed $35,941 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 48 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $6,000 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Bear Creek Township listings earn between $1,620 and $6,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth $9,250 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Bear Creek Township were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the Michigan average. July is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Bear Creek Township cost $340 before fees. Half of listings charge between $190 and $400, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Bear Creek Township listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Bear Creek Township Airbnb grossed $35,941 in the 12 months to September 2026, 5% above the Michigan average of $34,144. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $22,971 a year (about $1,910 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about $3,560 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $8,790 per active listing over the past two years, and April usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Bear Creek Township listing was open to book earned $134 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made $278 or more.
Bear Creek Township stays were booked 65 days (about two months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
The average Bear Creek Township Airbnb stay lasted 3.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 26 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Bear Creek Township Airbnbs 4.83 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
Bear Lake, Baldwin and Hesperia draw the most short-term rental interest in Bear Creek Township. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 48 active Airbnb listings in Bear Creek Township as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Petoskey, 2 km away.
In Bear Creek Township, 94% of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $189.
Method
Figures on this page cover 48 active Airbnb listings in Bear Creek Township from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. Money figures are in U.S. dollars. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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